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10 minutes, Steady rhythm

First strumming rhythm

A simple down-strum pattern you can play while the house is quiet.

G

Tonight's plan

  1. 1Hold G and strum down on beats 1, 2, 3, 4.
  2. 2Count out loud. Whisper if you need to.
  3. 3Keep volume low for five minutes.
  4. 4Add a pause on beat 3 for the last two minutes.

Listen for

Even spacing between strums. Not speed.

Small win

Four steady counts without rushing.

Next step

Try the same rhythm on Em tomorrow.

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